Looking for special and unique gifts for the man in your life for Christmas 2020? If so take a look at this list of gifts for him which will have that special man in your life jumping with joy. Christmas is a time for giving and this year I have been doing my best to […]
5 Tips to Help Protect Your Credit This Holiday
In the leadup to the holidays, your credit can take a wallop. Not only are you spending more than usual, but you’re also exposing your credit information with each online purchase you make. While you may have your mind on other things during the hustle and bustle, it’s a good idea to check-in with your […]
How to survive menopause as an older mom
Going through menopause can be a difficult process but this can be made worse when you have younger children or teenagers as they then see you as a nagging and moody mom instead of the woman that you are. This leads to tension and frustration for everyone involved. In this article, we will take a […]
Christmas Gift Guide For Kids 2020
Here at umeandthekids I love to feature a Christmas gift guide as It really is my favourite time of the year. After such a terrible 2020 with uncertain times and not been able to see our extended family, let’s give the kids a Christmas to remember. Get the tree and home decked out and make […]
Think it through: How to Avoid Buying Clothes You’ll Later Regret
Everyone has bought an article of clothing that looked absolutely perfect – at that time. Unfortunately, most people have also experienced regret when they later took a closer look at the item they purchased and found that was not exactly what they wanted. It could be a case of buying something that was too small, […]
What Does Bad Credit Mean for Your Family?
Most adults in the UK access to credit in one form or another. From student loans and car purchase agreements to mobile phone contracts and mortgages; there are numerous reasons to rely on credit. Every time you access to credit, however, a new entry is made on your credit file. Over time, this file shows […]
5 Budget-Friendly Ideas for Kids Parties
Planning any kids’ party is stressful, but it’s usually when it’s your own child’s party that you really feel the pressure. This stress can sky-rocket when you’ve got other constraints like a budget and time-schedule to stick to, which can make planning a party seem like an impossible task. We’ve come up with 5 ideas […]
Midweek Meals On A Budget With Jack’s Supermarket
Midweek meals on a budget can be such a task with a demanding toddler wanting my attention, being a taxi to the teenagers all with their own different tastes in food, It really is the busiest time of the day! Shopping in advance and meal planning has become part of my daily routine. My new […]
Cosy Winter Loungewear
The nights are drawing in and getting colder by the day, It’s time for the cosy Loungewear to make a comeback! Mine were defiantly needing an update, so off I went to Katch Me online to grab myself some high-quality Loungewear at a price my pocket likes. Cosy Winter Loungewear – Grey Cropped set This […]
Essential Nursery Products Tried and Tested
Having a baby and choosing essential nursery products is like entering a minefield of the endless choice of baby gadgets. Even for me on my third child so many things had changed, baby products had been revamped and updated and the abundance of baby and nursery products available is immense and to be honest for […]